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Patricia Butler Obituary

Patricia Farrow Butler passed away at home on March 10, 2026, in Columbia, South Carolina, at the age of 72.

Born on February 14, 1954, in Belhaven, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late John Gordan Thomas and Margaret Barrow Thomas. Patricia is survived by her brother, John Gordan Thomas, Jr. (Judy).

After graduating from Northeastern High School, Elizabeth City, NC, she moved to the town of Buxton, NC, on the North Carolina Outer Banks. Patricia enjoyed her work and was always a dedicated employee. She served as a Manager and Co-Manager for several local restaurants and most recently, she worked part-time for the United States Postal Service.

A Celebration of Life to honor Patricia will be held at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Post and Courier - Columbia on Mar. 18, 2026.

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DAISY HICKS

March 19, 2026

She was a wonderful person to work with, alot of customers at the window would have preferred her, her personality is what they like in her

Kathy Davis

March 19, 2026

I am so sorry to hear about Pat. I have such fond memories of my conversations with her. We laughed so hard at the silly things that happened in the post office. I will miss her so much. I loved seeing her smile.

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